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Old Oct 27, 2012 | 02:59 PM
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My 1969 427 leaks a small amount of coolant on the floor It is leaking behind the front right wheel . I notice this after I drive it a short distance and then park it. I have had the heater core and hot water valve replaced within the last month. Could it be a loose connection? What is the correct level for the coolant in the expansion tank? Thanks, Bob
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yes, it is possible and does sound like a loose connection. if screw clamps were used on the hose to core connection, they may have to be adjusted and or tighten once again. should not be a big problem.
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Thanks for the fast reply. I will take the car back to my mechanic who did the work and let him fix it. Coolant level for tank? Is 1/2 full good level?
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Sounds more an overfilled expansion tank.
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I hope you are right. I will monitor the leak and see if it stops or I will let the mecahnic take a look
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